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Software Engineer II

Massachusetts, United States (Hybrid)

Software Engineer II

2 Months ago • 3 Years + • Full Stack Development

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Job Description

OpenGov is looking for a Software Engineer II to build SaaS solutions for government agencies. You'll develop, test, and deploy high-quality software, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with other engineers. Proficiency in Java, Python, JavaScript, ReactJS, and NodeJS is required.

Must have:

Java or C++
Python, JavaScript
ReactJS, NodeJS
Data Structures

Good to have:

Event-Driven Architecture
Kafka
ElasticSearch/OpenSearch
Cloud Native Applications

Perks:

Unlimited PTO
Parental Leave

OpenGov is home to an exceptional team - passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. By bringing the OpenGov Cloud to our nation's state and local government, we’re transforming communities so they can thrive!

Imagine yourself being able to help small business owners open their doors faster, ensuring our tax dollars are accounted for, creating safer infrastructure, modernizing the permitting process, and assisting with disaster recovery. The work you do here every day has a meaningful impact on people's lives!

🌟 OpenGov is a 2023 Top Workplaces USA award winner and a Forbes America's Best Startup Employer 🌟

Join our smart, fun, and humble team to experience the most rewarding career of your life!

Job Summary:

As a Software Engineer II at OpenGov, you'll build best-in-class SaaS solutions that enable efficiency, transparency, and accountability within government agencies. You'll be a key member of our engineering team, delivering new features and improvements in a fast-paced, agile environment using modern technologies, including ReactJS, Javascript, GraphQL, and NodeJS.

A typical day in this role would provide opportunities to design, implement and optimize complex applications for speed and scalability, and resolve various unique technical challenges. Strong collaboration skills with the product, UX, and platform engineers coupled with the ability to execute quickly will enable your success.

Responsibilities:

Develop, test, and deploy high-quality software with minimum supervision
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following industry best practices.
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.
Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation within the team
Contribute to OpenGov’s Engineering culture of innovation, leading-edge technology adoption and quality

Requirements and Preferred Experience:

BA/BS in a computer-science-related discipline or equivalent experience required
3+ years of professional experience in developing cloud native applications.
Proficiency in Java or C++ or C# or equivalent program language is required.
Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, ReactJS, and NodeJS is required
Proficiency in data structures, database concepts, algorithms and observability is required
Working knowledge of event-driven architecture and Kafka preferred
Working knowledge of ElasticSearch/OpenSearch preferred

What makes OpenGov unique

» Leadership: CEO Zac Bookman (MPA from Harvard and JD from Yale) is truly a mission-driven CEO. He was named one of the 100 most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs, a Tech Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, and SF and Silicon Valley Business Times' 40 under 40 class of 2018!

» Growth: Record breaking growth with 1,800+ governments (and counting) using our products. Click here to read more.

» Culture: Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, Awarded Top 25 Cloud Companies to Work For, Winner of Forbes 2022 Best Startup Employers, 50 Best Workplaces award. Check out our Careers Video!

» Perks: 90% paid Medical/Dental/Vision premium for employees, fully paid Life and Short/Long term disability insurance, Unlimited PTO, Parental Leave policy, annual wellness stipend, anniversary awards, and more!

» Product: Named to the GovTech 100 (seven consecutive years), we are the leader in cloud software for our nation's cities, counties, and state agencies.

» Mission Driven: We are a technology company with a passion for the mission. We're powering more effective and accountable government.

Come join us and make a positive social impact!

OpenGov is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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